Wednesday, May 20, 2026

WNBA Expansion

Sep 6, 2025; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Sun guard Marina Mabrey (3) looks for an opening sgasindt Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) in the first half at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Quiet WNBA Expansion Draft Clears Way for Busy Free Agency

The Toronto Tempo selected Julie Allemand with their first pick.
April 3, 2026
Celeste Taylor

WNBA Expansion Slowly Easing Roster Squeeze

Golden State is providing some relief to the talent bottleneck.
April 14, 2025
Engelbert

WNBA Expansion Is Rapidly Accelerating

The league may blow past its target of 16 teams by 2028.
February 19, 2025
Aug 23, 2024; Sandy, Utah, USA; Utah Royals FC forward Hannah Betfort (33) signs autographs after the match against Bay FC at America First Field.

What’s Next for League Expansion After a Busy 2024

New teams are coming in major U.S. leagues, especially in women’s sports.
December 23, 2024